BA Geography at George Washington University

Programme overview

Far beyond identifying places on maps, geography asks questions about how climate change creates new trade routes and conflicts, how people migrate and create urban change, and how the internet brings people closer together. Using the latest methods in geographic analysis and communication, George Washington University geography and students environment learn the theoretical and applied aspects of contemporary and historical geography. With a flexible, interdisciplinary academic program, students can hone their coursework to their own interests and pursue fieldwork around the globe.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Geography and Environment | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs. For the major, 37 credits, including 16 credits in required courses, 18 credits in courses taken from among three subject groups, and one 3-credit elective course. At least two courses from the following, one of which must be taken at the 3000 level. At least two courses from the following, one of which must be taken at the 3000 level.

Career pathways

Students are prepared for a wide variety of professions such as environmental manager, forestry technician, GIS specialist, cartographer, urban planner, health services planner, and more.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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